Firefighter Richard Clewett

Hello, my name is Shannon Sisney and I am the fire chief of the Caulfield Fire Department. Richard Clewett was a volunteer firefighter with Caulfield.

In the early morning hours of December 13, 2023, Firefighter Richard Clewett had just dropped off a friend at his house and was leaving when his life was cut short in a fatal car wreck. He was so loved, by so many of us. His family including his brothers and sisters with the Caulfield Membership Fire Department friends, and community groups are reeling from this shocking loss.

The greatest impact of this tragedy is (and will continue to be) on his wife and children. They now have to navigate life's ups and downs without one of their parents by their side who has been by their side through so much.

Richard was always willing to help and do anything that needed to be done to help. Richard was also served in the United State Navy and received his honorable discharge.

We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of prayers, hugs, kind words, tears shared, and meals prepared thus far. If you have the financial means, please consider a donation to support the Clewett family during this time of grief, transition, and beyond.

Any help would be greatly appreciated, please help with amazing family and show support for a fallen firefighter.

There is no right or wrong way to grieve the loss of loved ones.

In-person and online support for adults: GriefShare

Local support for kids & families: Henry Ford SandCastles, Ele's Place

If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the 988 Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the United States.